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  • 2025 June


    Rowling’s Anti-Trans Stance: Donations, Book Bans & Controversy

    Rowling’s Anti-Trans Stance: Donations, Book Bans & Controversy

    J.K. Rowling donated to anti-trans group. Booksmith stopped selling her books due to her stance. Rowling launched 'Female's Fund' supporting sex-based rights. Rowling's actions spark controversy and debate.


    Hegseth, Trump, Iran, and Media Clash

    Hegseth, Trump, Iran, and Media Clash

    Hegseth defends strikes on Iran, accusing media of bias. Briefing gets heated over gender representation. Hegseth rejects intelligence leaks and dismisses gender concerns.


    Queer History: Pride Photos by Alvarado-Ju谩rez

    Queer History: Pride Photos by Alvarado-Ju谩rez

    Rare photos by Alvarado-Ju谩rez showcase early LGBTQ+ liberation. The exhibit honors the movement's diversity and the "joie de vivre" of NYC's historic Pride marches.


    Brooklyn Brewery: Direct Aid for Transgender New Yorkers

    Brooklyn Brewery: Direct Aid for Transgender New Yorkers

    Brooklyn Brewery shifts Pride ads to direct financial aid ($25,000) for transgender, nonbinary, and two-spirit New Yorkers, addressing immediate needs and systemic challenges. Ryan also advocates for trans visibility.


    Same-Sex Marriage: Economic Impact and Legal Challenges

    Same-Sex Marriage: Economic Impact and Legal Challenges

    Same-sex marriage boosts economies, generating billions. Concerns rise over potential legal reversals, prompting couples to secure their rights. Marriage equality faces ongoing challenges.


    LOVE: Heroic Stories of Marriage Equality & LGBTQ+ Rights

    LOVE: Heroic Stories of Marriage Equality & LGBTQ+ Rights

    Explore 'LOVE: The Heroic Stories of Marriage Equality,' highlighting the fight for LGBTQ+ rights, celebrating hard-won victories, and reminding us of the ongoing need for equality and compassion. Stories of courage and love.


    Supreme Court Upholds Transgender Healthcare Ban: Key Takeaways

    Supreme Court Upholds Transgender Healthcare Ban: Key Takeaways

    The Supreme Court upheld Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for minors. Legal experts highlight ongoing battles and challenges to anti-trans laws, emphasizing continued fights for trans rights and healthcare access.


    ILGA, Aguda, and LGBTQ+ Rights in Israel: Controversy & Debate

    ILGA, Aguda, and LGBTQ+ Rights in Israel: Controversy & Debate

    ILGA's suspension and reinstatement of Aguda (Israeli LGBTQ+ organization) sparks controversy. Accusations of antisemitism arise amidst debate over LGBTQ+ rights, Gaza conflict, and political stances.


    LGBTQ+ Youth Suicide Hotline Defunded: Controversy & Fightback

    LGBTQ+ Youth Suicide Hotline Defunded: Controversy & Fightback

    Trump admin. defunds LGBTQ+ youth suicide hotline, sparking outrage. The Trevor Project and others fight back to maintain critical mental health support for vulnerable youth amid rising suicide rates.


    Sally Ride: Pioneering Astronaut, Love, and Legacy

    Sally Ride: Pioneering Astronaut, Love, and Legacy

    New documentary 'Sally' explores astronaut Sally Ride's life, career, and relationship with Tam O'Shaughnessy, revealing homophobia and sexism she faced. It features interviews and historical footage.


    Trump Jr. False Claim: Transgender, Violence, and Minnesota Shooting

    Trump Jr. False Claim: Transgender, Violence, and Minnesota Shooting

    Donald Trump Jr. falsely links the Minnesota shooting suspect to the transgender community. Evidence shows trans people are more often victims of violence, not perpetrators. Boelter, a cis man, faces murder charges.


    Fiongal & Jamie: Wellness Retreat Tragedy in India Plane Crash

    Fiongal & Jamie: Wellness Retreat Tragedy in India Plane Crash

    Fiongal and Jamie Greenlaw-Meek, founders of The Wellness Shop, died in the India plane crash after returning from a wellness retreat. Their loss deeply impacts their community and family.


    Alice Austen: Early 20th Century Photographer & Queer Narrative

    Alice Austen: Early 20th Century Photographer & Queer Narrative

    Discover Alice Austen, a groundbreaking early 20th-century photographer who defied gender norms. Her life and work, along with her queer historical narrative, are explored in a new biography.


    Supreme Court Upholds Transgender Healthcare Ban: A Divisive Ruling

    Supreme Court Upholds Transgender Healthcare Ban: A Divisive Ruling

    The Supreme Court upheld Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors, sparking dissent and concern for trans youth and healthcare access. Legal challenges and political implications loom.


    LGBTQ+ & Autistic Pride: Equality, Acceptance, and Legal Wins

    LGBTQ+ & Autistic Pride: Equality, Acceptance, and Legal Wins

    Celebrating LGBTQ+ & Autistic Pride. Legal wins in India offer hope. Advocates push for reforms, combating discrimination & embracing chosen families. Highlighting key figures & global solidarity. Equality & acceptance vital.


    Grenell, the ‘Gay Left,’ and LGBTQ+ Respectability Politics

    Grenell, the ‘Gay Left,’ and LGBTQ+ Respectability Politics

    Richard Grenell critiques the 'gay left,' advocating for 'respectable queerness.' His views spark debate on LGBTQ+ representation, inclusivity, and the evolving fight for equality. Grenell promotes 'normal gays' and unity.


    Court Blocks Trump’s NIH Grant Cuts: Discrimination Claim Upheld

    Court Blocks Trump’s NIH Grant Cuts: Discrimination Claim Upheld

    A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's NIH grant cancellations, citing racial & LGBTQ+ discrimination. The cuts targeted research on diverse populations, sparking lawsuits from scientists & public health groups.


    Transgender Healthcare: Supreme Court Ruling & Reactions

    Transgender Healthcare: Supreme Court Ruling & Reactions

    The Supreme Court upheld Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for minors, sparking outrage and fear for transgender youth. Advocates vow to fight for their rights and access to healthcare.


    Court Blocks Anti-Trans Passport Policy: Rights Victory

    Court Blocks Anti-Trans Passport Policy: Rights Victory

    A federal court expanded its order against the State Department's anti-transgender passport policy, a win for LGBTQ+ rights and privacy. The policy violated equal protection and the APA.


    Senator Padilla Incident: Military Crackdown & Civil Liberties

    Senator Padilla Incident: Military Crackdown & Civil Liberties

    Senator Alex Padilla was forcibly detained during a Homeland Security press conference, sparking outrage. The incident raises concerns about federal overreach and the suppression of dissent, fueling civil liberties debates.


    Claudia L贸pez: Colombia, LGBTQ+ Rights, and Political Future

    Claudia L贸pez: Colombia, LGBTQ+ Rights, and Political Future

    Claudia L贸pez, former Bogot谩 Mayor, discusses LGBTQ+ rights, Colombia's political landscape, and her potential presidential run. Key themes: equality, democracy, and reconnecting with grassroots movements.


    Olympus Spa Transgender Policy Fight: First Amendment Clash

    Olympus Spa Transgender Policy Fight: First Amendment Clash

    Ninth Circuit affirms dismissal of Olympus Spa's suit challenging Washington's anti-discrimination law. The spa's policy excluding trans women sparked a legal battle over First Amendment rights and religious freedom.


    Trump Era Attacks on LGBTQ+ Health Care & Preventative Services

    Trump Era Attacks on LGBTQ+ Health Care & Preventative Services

    Court cases threaten LGBTQ+ healthcare and preventative services under ACA, potentially empowering the Trump administration to restrict access to care and LGBTQ+ rights. Attacks on wellness treatment must stay watchful.


    Officer Ullrich: LGBTQ+ Liaison Under Scrutiny

    Officer Ullrich: LGBTQ+ Liaison Under Scrutiny

    Officer Ullrich, an LGBTQ+ liaison, faces scrutiny over civil rights violation accusations and past conduct. ACLU report highlights policing issues. City stands by Ullrich despite multiple lawsuits and concerns about his actions.


    Chile: LGBTQ+ Rights Regression, Violence & Discrimination

    Chile: LGBTQ+ Rights Regression, Violence & Discrimination

    Chile faces LGBTQ+ rights regression, marked by program suspensions, violence, and discrimination. A surge in cases, homicides, and transphobic acts spark outrage and advocacy for equality and justice.


    Iowa Medicaid: Transgender Healthcare Coverage Battle

    Iowa Medicaid: Transgender Healthcare Coverage Battle

    Iowa restricts transgender healthcare coverage under Medicaid, facing legal challenges and sparking controversy. Advocates fight for equal access and challenge discriminatory practices.


    Pulse Nightclub: Survivors Return Before Memorial

    Pulse Nightclub: Survivors Return Before Memorial

    Survivors revisit Pulse nightclub, site of a tragic mass shooting, before demolition for a memorial. The building's closure is temporary, but its memory fuels LGBTQ+ equality and gun reform advocacy.


    HIV Cure: New mRNA Technology Exposes Virus

    HIV Cure: New mRNA Technology Exposes Virus

    Australian scientists developed mRNA tech to expose HIV within white blood cells, a crucial step toward a cure. Though years away, this breakthrough offers a new path for HIV treatment.


    Pulse Nightclub Memorial: Orlando’s Tribute Nine Years Later

    Pulse Nightclub Memorial: Orlando’s Tribute Nine Years Later

    Orlando commemorates the 9th anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Plans for a permanent memorial, including a reflecting pool and columns honoring the victims, are underway with public support and city funding. The community remembers and honors the 49 lives lost.


    Maddow: Trump’s Resistance, Due Process, and American Fascism

    Maddow: Trump’s Resistance, Due Process, and American Fascism

    Rachel Maddow highlights due process, resistance to Trump's policies, and historical echoes of American fascism. She emphasizes activism, individual stories, and data privacy concerns under the Trump administration.


    Supreme Court: Planned Parenthood, LGBTQ+ Rights & Religious Freedom

    Supreme Court: Planned Parenthood, LGBTQ+ Rights & Religious Freedom

    The Supreme Court heard cases involving Planned Parenthood's Medicaid access and LGBTQ+ themed books in schools, raising questions of religious freedom and healthcare access.


    LGBTQ+ Youth Crisis Line Funding Cut: A Lifeline at Risk?

    LGBTQ+ Youth Crisis Line Funding Cut: A Lifeline at Risk?

    Proposed budget cuts threaten funding for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline's LGBTQ+ youth services, jeopardizing a crucial lifeline used by over a million young people since 2022. Advocates condemn the move.


    LGBTQ+ Rights: Political Power & Resistance Amidst Trump’s Policies

    LGBTQ+ Rights: Political Power & Resistance Amidst Trump’s Policies

    Equality PAC Gala affirms LGBTQ+ political power amidst Trump's policies targeting trans rights. Lawmakers vow resistance and support, highlighting the fight for equality and inclusion. Transgender members serve with honor.


    Pride: Ownership, Misrepresentation, and LGBTQ+ Community

    Pride: Ownership, Misrepresentation, and LGBTQ+ Community

    Pride belongs to the LGBTQ+ community, not misinterpreters. It faces misrepresentation, internal disputes, and criticism, yet remains vital for visibility and challenging stereotypes on national TV.


    Transgender Military Ban: Controversy and Legal Challenges

    Transgender Military Ban: Controversy and Legal Challenges

    Senate Democrats oppose the transgender military ban, citing harm to readiness and questioning its justification. Legal challenges continue amid concerns of discrimination and impact on servicemembers.


    Ryan, LGBTQ+ Advocacy, and ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill in Texas

    Ryan, LGBTQ+ Advocacy, and ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill in Texas

    Ryan, reporter & LGBTQ+ advocate. Texas' 'Don't Say Gay' bill banning LGBTQ+ discussions & clubs, forcing outing, jeopardizes students & violates rights. Includes GLAAD nomination.


    Jonathan Joss: ‘King of the Hill’ Star’s Death & Hate Crime Allegations

    Jonathan Joss: ‘King of the Hill’ Star’s Death & Hate Crime Allegations

    Jonathan Joss, known for 'King of the Hill,' died in a shooting in San Antonio. His spouse alleges it was a hate crime, citing homophobic slurs. Police investigate. Shooting followed mental health calls, home fire at Joss's house.


    Injunction: Trans Inmates to Receive Hormone Therapy

    Injunction: Trans Inmates to Receive Hormone Therapy

    A preliminary injunction orders federal prisons to provide trans inmates with hormone therapy and social accommodations, challenging the denial of gender-affirming care as discriminatory and a violation of rights.


    Pride Flags Removed: Church vs. LGBTQ+ Decorations Dispute

    Pride Flags Removed: Church vs. LGBTQ+ Decorations Dispute

    A couple displaying Pride flags at their home, rented from a church, were asked to remove them due to a lease agreement. The dispute highlights tensions between LGBTQ+ expression and religious institutions. Company finally allows.


    Sarah McBride: ‘State of Firsts’ – Transgender Representation

    Sarah McBride: ‘State of Firsts’ – Transgender Representation

    'State of Firsts' documentary follows Sarah McBride's journey as the first out transgender U.S. House member, exploring the challenges, resilience, and the cost of political presence. Focus on LGBTQ+ rights.


    Dupont Circle Park Reopens for WorldPride After Closure Controversy

    Dupont Circle Park Reopens for WorldPride After Closure Controversy

    Dupont Circle Park will stay open for WorldPride after initial closure plans sparked outrage. Officials cite community feedback and collaboration in the reversal.


    Imane Khelif: Boxing Ban Sparks Sex Eligibility Controversy

    Imane Khelif: Boxing Ban Sparks Sex Eligibility Controversy

    Algerian boxer Imane Khelif faces Olympic ban due to sex eligibility rules. World Boxing demands chromosome testing, sparking controversy over fairness and discrimination.


    Ghana: LGBT+ Rights, Education, and Political Debate

    Ghana: LGBT+ Rights, Education, and Political Debate

    Ghana grapples with LGBT+ rights, facing discriminatory legislation and violence. Education vs. criminalization, political debate, and international pressures shape the future. LGBTQ+ Ghanaians need protection.


    Power Dykes: Strong Women Navigating a Man’s World

    Power Dykes: Strong Women Navigating a Man’s World

    Exploring the concept of 'power dykes' - strong women navigating male-dominated worlds, blazing trails, and the impact of representation in media. Includes Designing Women and Hacks references.